CAS4220 — Resp Survivor of Child Abuse
This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and compassion necessary to effectively recognize and respond to the effects of child maltreatment. Emphasis is placed on intervention strategies for children and their families, exploring the multifaceted dimensions of child abuse, emphasizing trauma-informed approaches, and the cultivation of a supportive environment for survivors. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the practice skills and compassionate mindset needed to effectively recognize, respond to, and support survivors of child maltreatment. This course is specific to curriculum materials approved by the Child Advocacy Studies (CAST) Zero Abuse Project. For details on setting up course sections, contact the Workforce Continuing Education department at the NC Community College System Office.